Vol. 82, No. 5
October 26, 2018
Serving Kilgore College since 1936
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Rowdy, KC’s mascot, campaigns for Homecoming King during a “Meet the Candidates” event held Thursday, Oct. 18, in the Devall Student Center. Rowdy was nominated to represent Ranger Ambassadors and Spirit Squad. Election results were not finalized as of press time. Visit www.theflareonline.com for court results and more Homecoming photos from the week.
Look inside for: homecoming news, entertainment, sports and why we think scary movies are acceptable art.
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“Milagro Revelar con Secretos Oscuros” by TAMMY CROMER
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Homecoming Football Game (KC vs. TJC) 3 p.m., Oct. 27, R.E. St. John Memorial Re-opening of the KC Cosmetology Building - Longview 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Nov. 1, 315 S. Center Street Lineman’s Rodeo and Graduation Rodeo 9 a.m. - noon, Graduation 4 p.m. Nov. 2 Veterans Day Appreciation Celebration Art Contest Deadline Nov. 5 Midterm Election Watch Party 5:30 p.m., Nov. 6, Devall Ballroom The watch party will continue until control of Congress is apparent, or until midnight, whichever occurs first. Food will be provided.
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Re-Opening of the KC Cosmetology Building KC Cosmetology will host a grand re-opening of its facility at Longview campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 1. Located at 315 S. Center St, the cosmetology building at KC has received a facelift with new furniture and fixtures.
The cosmetology staff invites the public to tour the renovated facility and enter drawings for gift baskets and salon services. For 32 years, the cosmetology program at KC has offered many salon services to the general public, students and
employees. Services include haircuts, highlights, color, roller sets, manicures, pedicures, facials and much more. The recently remodeled salon marks a new phase of learning and service for the program. -KCPR
Students encouraged to submit artwork by Nov. 5 for Veterans Day Art Contest KC is hosting an art contest open to kindergarten through college-age students to show appreciation for Armed Forces veterans. Open to all local public, private and homeschool students, participants are encouraged to create artistic pieces that convey appreciation to veterans and current military personnel. Entries must be hand-delivered to the KC Financial Aid Office (second floor of the Devall Student Center on the Kilgore campus) by noon on Monday, Nov. 5. Only one entry per student is allowed.
Winners of the contest will be recognized at the Veterans Day Appreciation Celebration set for 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 12, in the Devall Student Center Ballroom on the Kilgore campus. All entries will be displayed during the Veterans Day Celebration. “The art contest is intended to bring awareness of the history, purpose and importance of Veterans Day to students,” said Angie Rice, KC veterans certifying official. “We are excited to see how students can artistically show appreciation for some of the bravest and most selfless people.” -KCPR
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Movie Screening of “Last of the Mohicans” 6:30 p.m., Nov. 13, Dodson Auditorium Interested students can check with their history instructors to see if they offer extra credit.
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(From left to right) Trent Everitt of Tatum, Gaylan Simmons, Tyler freshman, Shiori Jo, Osaka freshman, and Airi Suzuki, Tokyo freshman, glance at the photos in the Anne Dean Turk Fine Arts Gallery.
* Age Groups and Awards: - K-1st Grade: $50 - 2nd-3rd Grade: Grade: $50 - 4th-6th Grade: $50 - Junior High: $50 - High School: $75 - College: $125 * Accepted types of art include: - Poster - Pre-printed coloring page (for younger children) - Food art - Any craft project - Paintings - Sketches - Video - Sculpture - Ceramic/glass/metal
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PoliSci major excited about elections
The KC TRiO program will host a special event from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, in the Devall Student Center to recognize first generation college students. Everyone is invited, from students to staff members. There will be food and information on first generation college students, as well as activities in which the students can share motivational advice with their peers. ‘’Of all the students enrolled at Kilgore
Age: 22 Major: Political Science Year: SOPHOMORE Hometown: Longview
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obviously that you get to choose who is in charge. but a big disadvantage is that we’re really a twoparty system. You really only have Republicans and Democrats that hold power here, as opposed to other countries where they have multiple parties and get better representation for each individual.
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It’s extremely important because millennials (ages 18-35) make up over 30 percent of overall electorate but less than half of them vote in presidential elections. In mid-terms and local elections, even less than that vote, whereas people over 70 only make about twelve percent but every single one of them pretty much vote, so it ends up really skewing who is being represented when young people don’t vote because we hold a lot more power than we think.”
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The biggest reason I’ve heard is people saying ‘Oh, my vote won’t count’ because I guess they think their one vote really isn’t going to make much of a difference. But there’s been a lot of elections (where it has). The biggest one is Bush v. Gore, where
Bush was almost not president by about 530 votes. That’s a big deal that could have changed the whole course of America, so if 500 people that said ‘oh, my vote won’t count” would’ve voted, that would have changed a lot. I want people to realize their one vote really does matter.
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You are not going to be represented at all- your age group. You know what your age group likes, you know what your friends like, things like that. If this generation doesn’t vote, they’re not going to have any representation. We’re not going to have people doing what we want to happen in our country.
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What would you say to those, whether young people or adults, that fail to realize the importance of voting?
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“I would tell them to look around at the current politics; are you happy with them? If you’re not, you need to vote. That’s the only way you’re going to make a difference. If you’re not happy with everything that’s happening in our country, our state laws, local laws, look at the candidates who support what you want and vote for them, because that’s the only way it’s going to change.”
College, 2,613 identified themselves as first generation college students,” according to Bindy Tice, TRiO director. “Since they are such a big part of our program, we want to recognize their efforts.” “First generation students and KC employees foster an attitude of persistence toward graduation,” Tice said. The event will cap off with an open house in the TRiO learning center in the Student Support building, Tice said this will be a great opportunity for anyone who wants to learn more about this program.
Library staff available for research assistance SHELBY SELLARS Staff writer The KC Library is offering extra help to students who are wrapping up the semester by working on research papers. Special sessions will be held at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 31; 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1; and 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 2; in the library. “It is research paper season. That means we have a lot of students who have never learned how to use the
resources the library has available,” said KC librarian Susan Wilson. “Help is available for students who are working on them and need help finding their sources.” Wilson hopes students will take advantage of this extra help. “Some teachers bring their students in to the library, but other students don’t get that,” Wilson said. “We just want to make this possible for any student and for them to know that they can come to the library and ask for help.”
PTA to raise funds with YETI basket CARRIE HARRIS Staff writer The KC Physical Therapy Club is raffling nearly $1,000 worth of Yeti products to raise money for their group’s projects this year. On Wednesday, Nov. 15, they will draw the winner during their East Texas District meeting. Winners need not be present to win. Tickets are one for $5 or five for $20 with first place being the YETI cooler and accessories. A second prize will be a basket of assorted gift cards. Those interested in buying raffle tickets can call 903-983-8154. The Physical Therapy Assistant program has seen some changes this year with Kristi Kleinig
as the new Physical Therapy Assistant program director, and with Shaunda Kwiatek as the DCE. Kleinig, who has been at KC for five years, said taking charge of the program versus leading the clinical aspect has been a big change for her. “Many entering the program are not prepared or expecting the rigorous coursework involved,” Kleinig said. “It’s a twoyear program where the student is enrolled in 12 hours and has just as much outside classroom work, which includes practicing and studying.” Even though it’s fast paced, the students take time to do volunteer work in the community. They support Ambucs-a nonprofit organization
of Longview dedicated to creating mobility and independence for people with disabilities. According to their website, Ambucs volunteers build wheelchair ramps and provide durable medical equipment, such as motorized and standard wheelchairs, as well as hospital beds to many in East Texas with disabilities. Anyone can join the PT Club or volunteer in the community with them. For more information on the PT Club or the PTA program, contact Kristi Kleinig, PTA program director, at 903-983-8154 or by email at kkleinig@ kilgore.edu.
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Journalists take on TCCJA COMMERCE — A team of 10 KC Journalism students took home the grand prize for Best Cohesive Story Package during live competition at the Texas Community College Journalism Association’s conference held at Texas A&M-Commerce recently. Working in small groups, they also secured a second place in Story Writing and a second place in Photo Group/Slideshow for covering a breaking news event and uploading the finished product on deadline. More than 140 students and advisers from around the state attended the event. In canned competition, 19 KC students brought home 22 awards
(some as groups), including eight first place finishes and a 3rd in Overall Excellence-Newspaper. These were for stories, photos and page layouts published in the 2017-18 academic year. In other news, The Flare was also named as one of two college print newspaper finalists for the Columbia Scholastic Press Association Crown Awards. The news publications were published during the 201718 academic year. The Crown Awards honor top student publications chosen from CSPA’s members. Crowns are selected for overall excellence in a head-to-head comparison.
During Crown consideration, publications are judged on their excellence as shown by their design, photography, concept, coverage and writing. A total of 1,172 publications were eligible for judging. Final results will be announced and presented at the CSPA ceremonies in March 2019 in New York City. Crown Awards summarize overall excellence in the entire publication.
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KC Dance Club learns new moves at weekend convention
COLLEGE PRINT NEWS The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX; The Flare, Kilgore College.
The KC Dance Club attended a weekend-long event where they attended an improvisation concert and networked with other dance industry members. The students took classes ranging from improvising with people with disabilities, to dancing with balloons as a partner, to group lifting techniques, among other things. According to instructor Angela Aulds, they learned, “how big the dance world truly can be. Drill team is only one small part of it, and I think the experience of this festival was truly an impactful and positive one!” Fun fact: @industrydanceco also hit 1,000 followers on Instagram with the event.
Texas Community College Journalism Association holds a live-staged event on a distracted driving accident. The Flare staff covered the event for the competition.
Resident Assistants learn the art of living well at conference
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TCCJA CANNED AWARDS: Individuals winners in the canned competition were: • Diana Castillo, Longview - 1st place Picture Page/Slideshow • Alma Cedillo, Kilgore - 1st place Picture Page/Slideshow • Max Cervantes, Longview 2nd Investigative Reporting • Cassidy Daniel, Kilgore - 1st place Column Writing • Grace Garcia, Longview - 1st place Feature Photography, 1st place Picture Page/Slideshow; 2nd place Picture Page/ Slideshow • Andrea Jimenez, Longview - 2nd place Picture Page/ Slideshow • Tiffany Johnson, Longview - 2nd place Picture Page/ Slideshow • Liza Latham, Longview - 2nd
place Picture Page/Slideshow • Nelda Milligan-Turner, Kilgore - 1st place News Writing • Mason Myers, Longview - 2nd place Environmental Portrait • Sarah Redford, White Oak - 2nd place Magazine Story Package • Alec Reyes, Diboll - HM Sports Feature Writing; HM Sports News Writing • Lonnie Ross, Longview - 2nd Investigative Reporting; 3rd place News Photo • Rahsaan Sheppard, Sherman - 2nd place Sports News Writing • Lucas Strough, Longview - 1st place Critical Review; 2nd place Editorial Writing; 2nd place Investigative Reporting, 2nd place Picture Page/Slideshow; HM News Writing • Allison Taliaferro, White
Oak- 1st place Newspaper Page Design • Chris Williams, Houston - 3rd place Sports Feature Writing • Mary Williams-Smith, Kilgore - 1st place Picture Page/ Slideshow • Grant Worley, Carthage- 1st place Sports Photo; 1st place Picture Page/Slideshow; 1st & 3rd place Sports Action Photo; 2nd place Feature Photography; 2nd place Picture Page/ Slideshow Allison Taliaferro was the Flare’s editor in Fall 2017. Lucas Strough was editor in Spring 2018. Sarah Redford was Flare Magazine editor in Spring 2018. Rachel Stallard is the journalism adviser and O. Rufus Lovett was the photography adviser last year.
Resident Assistants Troy Ezell, Mia Perez, Jay’La Jackson, Jordan Scott and Zane Campbell represented KC at the SWACUHO RA conference in Austin at the University of Texas. While on campus they attended five sessions to develop their Leadership skills. Topics included: Coming Out (Proud), Emotional Support Animals and Microagressions. While in Austin, they also enjoyed a trip to the State Capitol Building. Chaperones for the trip were Ashley Mason, Heath Cariker and Lesley Pacini.
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Dual credit students destined for success at Henderson facility KENDALL HURTT Staff Writer igh school students are taking more dual credit courses in an effort to save time and money before committing to a full-time college load. KC has added its own twist to the way students can attend these courses through its Henderson Higher Education Center (HHEC). Being able to separate themselves from the distractions of other students, like a traditional high school setting, allows students to get a better feel for a real college experience. “I feel that the dual credit courses are a great opportunity to go ahead and get your college credits out of the way,” said Dylan Morgan, Henderson high schooler. “One of the biggest advantages to it is that you can get classified as a sophomore, rather than a freshman, once you go to college.”
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Stephanie Laszik teaches high schoolers the finer points of college writing. Laszik is one of eight KC instructors who travel to Henderson each week. Students who take courses here are not assisted with transportation. Most have their
own transportation while others carpool. Lectures at the education center are face-to-face.
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“My class is an interactive learning setting. We spend most of our class periods in writing workshops, mini-lectures, peer reviewing, instructor conferences, and various other activities,” said Stephanie Laszik, KC English instructor. “We are grateful to have access to a computer lab on site that allows me to walk students through the various steps of research and formatting typed essays.” Balancing the responsibilities between the two locations can be difficult for some students. “Whenever you take dual credit with high-school classes, you have to prepare for that because you are going to have a lot more work than a regular high-school student,” said Nataliee Korff, Henderson high schooler. “Classes are much harder and require a lot more effort and studying than a high-school class would,” agreed Taylor Burton, from Henderson.
Instructors try to help students stay organized by encouraging them to stay ahead of deadlines and communicate if difficulties begin to hinder their success during the course. “Most of them are involved in more than one extracurricular activity at their high school. As a result, there are many absences that have to be accounted for,” Laszik said. KC classes provided at this campus are only intended for high school students. However, adult education and lineman classes are also available throughout the year. The facility has been embraced by instructors and students alike who enter its doors with the same mind-state, which is to help students receive early college credits in an environment under their control. — Adriana Cisneros Emerson contributed to this article.
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FEATURES Coming home
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Alumnus shares story, hopes for KC future in his own words
“You never know how your support might be contributory to that one person who only needed that one little push toward making something better of their lives.”
Originally from Cooper, TX, I attended Kilgore College from August, 1966 through May 1967. I was very fortunate to have played for the Rangers football team which won the 1966 NJCAA National Championship by beating Ferrum (VA) College at the NJCAA National Championship Shrine Bowl in Savannah, GA. Although I returned for the beginning of two-a-day workouts in August, 1967, it didn’t work out, and I transferred to East Texas State University (now, Texas A &M University at Commerce) and played one year of football, hanging up my cleats after the Fall semester of participation. I obtained my B.S. and M.S. there, then transferred to the University of Georgia, Athens, GA where I earned a Ph.D. in psychology. Through all my years of attending colleges and universities, I have seen the importance of developing lasting and life-long friendships. Nowhere have I established such enduring relations as I did during
the year I attended Kilgore College. We fielded a team of 30 players (beginning with 33) and began a trek that culminated in a National Championship in football. Whether you were from Atlanta, GA, Charleston, SC, Dallas, TX, Sevierville, TN, Union Grove, TX, it didn’t matter we were one unit of players all working and striving for the same goal: winning every game we could. Currently, it is extremely important to me to continue those relationships, and we have done a very good job of that: as a team, we meet every year during the Hall of Fame week-end. We have lost six players and three of four coaches. Therefore, it becomes even more imperative that we meet collectively while we are able. We generally have 14 to 20 players attending, and with their wives and families, we have a small army representing the 1966 National Champions. As we continue to age (imagine that?), we are thinking of ways to continue to serve, to “give
back to” our alma mater, and to leave a team legacy of sorts for others to follow, particularly as it relates to deserving students who attend Kilgore College. Directly or indirectly our team has initiated the following scholarship funds: 1. The Red McKeller Trainer Scholarship Fund (in honor of his son, Stephen); 2. The Janet Merritt Kilgore Rangerette Scholarship Fund (her husband, Tommie, was a very close team classmate, and attends our get togethers every year); 3. The Sandy Sands Scholarship Fund (Sandy was an assistant coach - in honor of his son, Trey); 4. The 1966 National Championship Team Scholarship Fund (recently fully endowed, and will begin Spring, 2019). We continue to think of initiating other scholarship funds, as we view our work as “never done.” As long as I am able, I will continue to work toward establishing scholarship funds for Kilgore College. Won’t you join me? My role model in all
of this is not one, single individual. Instead, it is a person comprised of those altruistic, generous traits and characteristics; it is one who has ever given of his/her time, energy, and/or monetary contribution to any school, fund, charity, or individual - all in furtherance of assisting the less fortunate. That charitable person, whoever you are, should be commended and recognized - you help make our neighborhoods, communities, cities, and country better by helping to make better individuals. No matter how much or how little, every little bit helps. You never know how your support might be contributory to that one person who only needed that one little push toward making something better of their lives. Fred M. Carrington, Ph.D. Phoenix, AZ
What’s your favorite part about college life? “Being able to test my limits and set new goals.”
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Eldrin Abston Longview sophomore
“Choir. I also love having freedom and ability to procrastinate on anything I want.” Khadejah Colbert Longview sophomore
“Finding your way in the world while enjoying the process with your fellow students.” Jose Soto Longview sophomore
“I don’t have to be in school all day.”
“I love the lifestyle of studying as my job, and having enough time to hang out with my friends, even if it means being broke.”
Necey Jackson Longview freshman
Brian Pittman Longview sophomore
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Club/ Organization King Nominee Queen Nominee Men’s Basketball Demiere Brown Alexandria Strawhorn Softball Lucky Daniels Kelsey Ahart
Dance Club Lindy Foster Phi Theta Kappa Sehoon “Jamie” Hwang Courtney Mayfield
Nolen RAs Band Zane Campbell Kellen Maples Mireya “Mia” Perez Jay’La Jackson Stark RAs Troy Ezell Rebecca Dibbell
Spirit Rowdy Zykia Williams
Quad RAs Jordan Scott Alexis Chandler
International Student Club Ribbal Khan Christeve Chaffa
SGA Sidney Walker Tori Miller
Football Jose Goite
Women’s Basketball Assanse Ndiaye Patience Idoko
TRiO Rundy Ray Williams, Jr. Rachel Lindsey
LEA Kevin Bradly Diana Mata
Ranger Ambassadors Rowdy Aryana Bosh
Rangerettes Paul Garcia Nicole Vickers
BSM Will Whitely Ayu Arsani
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Storm clouds disrupt peaceful advent of autumn
The sun peeks out long enough to produce a rainbow in the western sky over Kilgore.
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Students slogged across campus last week as storms dumped rains in East Texas following Hurricane Michael and the dipping of the jetstream.
The view from many windshields was wet the last few weeks as rain and cold fronts traveled through East Texas. Cat Challis / THE FLARE
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Area children get a raincheck on the weekend at Kilgore City Park.
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Braelon Hill, Houston freshman, and Kevon Latulas, Nederland freshman, run to class as the rain picks up.
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KC Choir vocalists rock multiple shows
KC Chorale perfoming at First Baptist Church of Kilgore on Tuesday, Oct. 23. Dr. Zachary Marshall directs the choir during the performance.
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The Pied Piper of Hamelin Oct. 30 - Nov. 2 n Tuesday, Oct. 30: 7 p.m. n Wednesday, Oct. 31: 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. n Thursday, Nov. 1: 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. n Friday, Nov. 2: 1 p.m.
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KC Connection, KC’s newest performing with the KC Chorale.
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KC Chorale members performing works by Rene Clausen, Philip Stopford and others.
Left: KC students doing a run-through of the Fall 2018 show for children in the Dodson Auditorium on the KC campus. Right: KC students prepare to entertain multiple children’s groups scheduled to attend the free performance.
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Decide to Subscribe?
Upgrades, technology make the cloud an option TRAVIS NORIEGA Staff Writer
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eople use a variety of subscription services on a daily basis: Spotfiy for music and platforms like Hulu or Netflix for movies and television. It seems that more and more services and programs are adopting the subscription model for themselves. In 2013, Adobe switched to a subscription-only model for their various programs that people use for careers and hobbies alike. What do people who use these programs frequently feel about Adobe’s switch? A KC instructor and student answer questions posed to them by The Flare on the topic. Coy Lothrop, lead instructor of Advertising and Graphic Design, and Leana Latham, president of the Visual Arts club, responded: In general, what do you think of the recent trend toward more companies moving towards a subscriptions based software service? CL: “Although I can’t speak for other industries, Adobe going to subscription model helped to put the software in the hands of more people, especially students. Previously, a student would need to produce $600 - $900 for a single program, and then produce $150 for every upgrade the following season. Now, a student pays a substantially more manageable $19.99 a month for Adobe’s master collection (for their first year) and $52.99 thereafter. With this plan, all upgrades are also included. The lower cost puts in the student’s hands and getting every program and upgrade included
makes it a great value.” LL:“I believe the trend in this direction was coming our way eventually. It makes perfect sense in this world to have subscription services because we all seem to be indecisive. What I mean by that is that as a collective whole, we tend to like sampling things and having the option to continue on if we agree. When I first hear the word subscription, I think of magazines. You are paying for a regular update of what is happening all around you. It only makes sense to have a subscription for a program that you use regularly.” How do you see this developing in the future? Potential backlash? CL: “Well, the logical conclusion might be that you can only afford so much a month on a paycheck and if everything goes to a subscription model, well, someone would have to pick what they wanted in their life.” LL: “In the future I believe that the world will be even more digital. I can easily see more subscription based services being available. It seems everyone is somehow connected to a screen these days. I’ve heard that Adobe is looking into formatting these programs for tablets and cell phones soon. When that day comes, I believe that will bring on a wave of many other new subscription based ideas. The only backlash I can see with this is more reason to be on our devices.” What are some changes that can be made to the system to make it more consumer-friendly? CL: “One of the stumbling blocks of the Adobe model is that the one year
contractual agreement is not clearly stated up front. It is more of a ‘fine print’ type of thing. When a student tries to stop monthly payments for the summer when the software may not necessarily be required, they are hit with fines. I’m sure many monthly subscription based models may have this same issue of full disclosure of what you are signing on for. Read the fine print and licensing; it will save you money and heartache down the road.” Did you see this change coming? CL: “For my industry, I did not, but I thought it was a welcome change. I thought Adobe would ask the high, difficult price forever.” How much does this affect what you do in as a student, and an individual like if you use these programs for a job or a hobby? LL: “My subscription to Adobe is so convenient for me. I am a full-time graphic design student and also work for a branding company. I can rely on my programs to be up to date and ready when I am at anytime. Not only do I need these programs for work related things, but also I love just creating my own art with it.” Are there any changes you’d like to see implemented in the subscription model as a whole or at least in the services you use? LL: “As of now, I cannot think of any changes with my subscription. I am very happy with it and always recommend it to my classmates and work associates.”
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SPORTS Rangers sink Buccaneers 28-21
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KC defeats No. 16 Blinn on road, continues push for first place in conference JACOB LUCAS Staff Writer The KC Rangers obtained an enormous win over Blinn College on Saturday, October 20 in Brenham. KC came into the game in a logjam at the top, and walked out with a chance to contend for first place in the conference. With the win over Blinn, the Rangers have given themselves a chance to play for the conference championship. The Rangers are 6-2 overall and 4-2 in conference games. KC will play rival Tyler Junior College at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27 at R.E. St. John Memorial Stadium. If the Rangers pull off another win, they will be the number one seed
heading into the playoffs that begin November 3. If the Rangers lose to TJC, they will still have an opportunity to play in the playoffs, but it muddies the water in the seeding. On the first series of the game, Dyvonne Inyang put the Rangers on the board with a 16-yard pick six. KC had no problem moving the chains. The Rangers accrued 26 first downs during the game and a total of 365 offensive yards: 123 passing yards and 242 rushing yards. Quarterback Dakota Michaels was 9-10 for 96 yards before he left the game due to injury. Quez Allen took over and attempted 11 passes, completing 5 for 27 yards and an interception. Allen led the Rangers in
rushing with 15 carries for 120 yards. De’Montre Tuggle also had 79 yards on 11 carries and a touchdown. Carlos Frank also carried the ball six times for 25 yards and Roger McCuller had three for seven yards. Through the air, the KC Rangers have seen better days. With only a total of 21 passing attempts, the Rangers completed 14 passes. Tuggle led KC in receiving by catching three passes for 51 yards and a touchdown. Rod Ford grabbed four passes for 17 yards and Kevin Jones also had a catch for 19 yards. KC won the game after linebacker Kyshaun Smith blocked a Blinn field goal attempt that was returned 65 yards for a touchdown by Kaleb Ford-Dement.
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Coaches: Kilgore: J.J. Eckert Tyler Junior College: Danny Palmer Last week: Kilgore 28- Blinn 21 Tyler 34- Cisco 44
opener 42-10 in a non-conference bout. The Rangers and Apaches split games last season as TJC won the first matchup 22-8 and KC won the next 31-20. Both coaches for each team, KC’s Eckert and TJC’s Palmer, are coaching in their 12th season for their respective programs.
Kilgore Defense: DB Morgan Vest (44 Tackles, 4 TFL, 1 INT, 5 PBU) LB Adrion Robertson (41 tackles, 2.5 TFL, 2 sacks) DB Elery Alexander (36 tackles, 1 TFL, 3 PBU)
Keys to Victory: Stop the run and pass the ball. TJC’s running back duo of K’Vonte Jackson and Kevon Thompson are third and fifth in rushing touchdowns in the SWJCFC with seven and five respectively. Jackson averages 73.5 yards per game, which is fifth in the conference. As a unit, the Apaches average 249 yards per game on the ground alone. Defensively, TJC’s defense has allowed 243.3 passing yards per game. KC must keep Jackson and Thompson in check and have a big day through the air to solidify both a victory and a possible first seed for the playoffs.
Fact Check: This contest will be the 123rd all-time meeting between the rival schools. KC routed TJC in the season
ALEC REYES Sports Editor
Players to watch - Kilgore Offense: QB Quez Allen (15-23, 221 yards, 3 TD; 23 carries, 154 yards) RB De’Montre Tuggle (86 carries, 472 yards, 4 TD; 12 receptions, 270 yards, 5 TD) WR Kevin Jones (22 receptions, 358 yards, 2 TD)
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KC running back Roger McCuller scores on a 35-yard touchdown run during the first quarter of KC’s 49-24 victory over Trinity Valley on October 6. The Rangers close out the regular season on homecoming this Saturday against rival Tyler Junior College at 3 p.m.
Follow the game live on the internet at www.Meridix.com Direct link to broadcast as follows: http://www.meridix.com/ channel/?liveid=kcathletics#/schedule
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SPORTS KC Basketball on the horizon
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Team photo of the 2018-19 Ranger Basketball team. The Rangers are led by 11th year head coach Brian Hoberecht. Assistant coaches are, Jake White, Matthew Wilson and Colton Wager. Jamie Maldonado /Special to THE FLARE
Team photo of the 2018-19 Lady Ranger Basketball team. The Lady Rangers are led by firstyear head coach Addie Lees and assistant coach Mike Simmons.
First-year head coach Lees takes charge ALEC REYES Sports Editor For the first time in three seasons, the KC Lady Rangers are under new leadership. Addie Lees was named the sixth head women’s basketball coach in program history this past offseason. Lees replaces Anna Nimz who accepted an associate head coaching position with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Lees, most recently a recruiting coordinator for Texas State women’s basketball, is enthusiastic to lead the program. “They’re hard workers, they’re beautiful, and their character speaks for itself,” Lees said regarding her new team. “I get to work with these young women every single day. I’ve had the opportunity to get to know them on different scales, and I’m so appreciative that I have the opportunity to work with them.”
Last season, KC ended the regular season 19-10 overall and concluded as runnerup in the Region XIV Championship. Despite the loss, the Lady Rangers fell shy of a possible bid to the national tournament. Although two players from last season’s Region XIV runner-up squad return in Patience Idoko and Alex Strawhorn, the Lady Rangers possess a slew of versatile players who can make an impact. The players include Emely Rosario, a point guard and transfer from Eastern Kentucky University, De’Jah Williford-Kelley, a transfer from George Mason University, and freshman Ireneshia Johnson of Houston. The Lady Rangers were ranked fifth in the Region XIV preseason poll, but the ranking will not affect Lees and her squad from accomplishing their goals. “I think there’s a lot of different things you can take away from rankings and polls; It’s one of those
things that we glance at, but put behind us,” Lees stated. “It has no weight on what we’re trying to accomplish.” The Lady Rangers tipoff the 2018-19 campaign at home as they host the annual Lady Ranger Classic facing Seminole State on Friday, November 2 at 5 p.m. in Masters Gymnasium. Lees emphasized the importance of her three core values of discipline, integrity and gratitude. “If I’m instilling those core values into these young people on a daily basis, I think everything else will take care of itself,” Lees said. She also emphasized the importance of working with her team and how great an honor it is to be their coach. “At the end of the day, it’s an honor to work with these young people and to help them accomplish their goals.”
Rangers ready to improve on miracle run ALEC REYES Sports Editor Last season, the KC Rangers made an unexpected run that led them all the way to the Region XIV Championship game where they fell just short of their first national tournament birth since 2013. This season, 11th year head coach Brian Hoberecht and his men look to build upon last season’s success and continue to make a push for the national tournament. KC returns three key players from the Region XIV runner-up team. Malachi Davidson of Plano (8.9 PPG, 48.2 FG PCT, 61.8 FT PCT), Darrian Grays
of Stockton, California(8.1 PPG, 38.5 3-PT PCT, 47 assists, 10 steals), and Demiere Brown of Powder Springs, Georgia(10.4 PPG, 57.4 FG PCT, 23 steals, 18 assists, 23 blocks), provide wealthy experience for a young Ranger squad. Newcomers who can make an impact are Jordyn Owens of Montclair, NJ., and Jarirus Stevens of Merrillville, IN. Owens has been described as a quick point guard that can score and create for others. He also possesses a high basketball IQ and has been described as a great floor leader for the team. Stevens is a long athletic wing that can produce offensively and competes on defense. He is a well-
rounded player who can make an impact on both ends of the court. In the Region XIV preseason polls, the Rangers were ranked fifth in the East Zone behind Navarro College, Panola College, Tyler Junior College, and Trinity Valley Community College. Despite their placing, KC received one first-place vote. The Rangers slam into the 2018-19 season on the road in the annual Tyler Classic on Friday, November 2 and face SW Christian College at 2 p.m. They will host Lone Star College-Cy Fair in the home opener Sunday, November 4 at 4 p.m. in Masters Gymnasium.
2018-19 REGION XIV CONFERENCE COACHES POLL MEN East Zone South Zone 1. Trinity Valley (8) 1. Blinn (6) 2.Tyler (3) 2. (tie)Jacksonville(5) 3. Panola (1) Lamar State-PA (2) 4. Navarro 4. Lee 5. Kilgore (1) 5. Angelina 6. Paris 6. Coastal Bend 7. Bossier Parrish (First-place votes in parenthesis)
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16 films perfect for the Halloween season
TRAVIS NORIEGA Staff Writer
Action Horror: “Predator” (1987) and “Dog Soldiers” (2002): two action-packed creature features from both sides of the pond. It’s the blending and subverting of genres that sell these movies, taking stereotypical action characters and putting them in a horror movie, making them contend with creatures that are both alien to them in the context of their narrative but also alien to them in context of their genre. Throw in plenty of comedic elements and you get fun action romps with a horror movie twist, perfect popcorn films and good for any Halloween party or get together. Body Horror: “The Thing” (1982) and “The Fly” (1986): “The Thing” delivers a sense of tension and isolation that permeates every moment of the film, leaving the audience with a lingering paranoia that very much puts them in the shoes of the characters. “The Fly’s” true strength is in the tragic story of its main character. Scientist Seth Brundle, delivers depth and drama in equal measure while telling the story of a man ruined by his own creation. Both films have a compelling cast of characters and absolutely gorgeous practical effects, making the gore and grotesqueries believable and downright stomach-churning. Avoid these movies
if you plan on having a meal at the same time. Comedy Horror: “Evil Dead 2” (1987) and “Killer Klowns From Outer Space” (1988): both of these movies are at times both equally absurd, bizarre and absolutely horrifying. Evil Dead 2 comes to us from director Sam Raimi, a master in blending horror and comedy elements. Recommending a sequel is a bit odd, but due to some strange copyright situation, this film actually retells the events of the first Evil Dead in its opening scenes. Killer Klowns is a fun, but equally frightening, film about aliens that resemble circus clowns terrorizing a small town. Filled with horrifying takes on clown gags and plenty of humor it’s a bonafide good time. Both films create an absurd, but terrifying atmosphere that makes them endlessly entertaining. Psychological Horror: “The Shining” (1980) and “1408” (2007): for this category we have two spine-chilling hotel horror films based on the works of master of horror Stephen King that focus on the mental deterioration of their tenants. “The Shining” is Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece of horror that uses expert cinematography, a terrifying score, and a haunting atmosphere to create a genuinely terrifying horror experience. “1408” is a remarkably restrained horror film using a limited cast and location
to tell the story of a haunted man alone in a haunted room, both with plenty of demons to contend with. These films are sure to stay with you well after the credits roll. Science Fiction Horror: “Alien” (1979) and “The Mist” (2007): Ridley Scott’s sci-fi horror masterpiece “Alien” creates a sense of tension and the absolute isolation of space masterfully. Mix that with a cast of genuinely compelling characters that you care about and you get a classic horror film that’s stood the test of time and will continue steadfast into the future. “The Mist” is another offering from Stephen King, delivering a horrifying creature film, with a strong cast of characters, and a gutpunch ending that makes this film a truly shocking watch. Slasher Film: “Halloween” (1978) and “Scream” (1996): these films work as a great double feature, with Halloween being the film that solidified the tropes and characteristics of the slasher genre and “Scream” being a film the deconstructed and examined those exact same tropes. “Halloween’s” sense of paranoia and overbearing dread makes the film’s antagonist Michael Myers loom larger than any supernatural threat. “Scream’s” strengths lie in director Wes Craven’s expert understanding of the slasher genre and how he uses that knowledge to deliver an airtight story with a great twist and
how he makes the Ghost-Face killer seem so much more than a man. Family Halloween: “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (1993) and “Hocus Pocus” (1993): these two choices are for the more craven of you. Family-friendly fun perfect for the holiday. “The Nightmare Before Christmas” uses beautiful stop motion animation to blend the odd couple of Halloween and Christmas in this delightfully spooky animated classic that you can watch twice a year. Hocus Pocus is a classic wickedly fun romp that hits the perfect tone of spooky fun for the holiday. Honorable Mentions: “The Descent” (2006) and “Cabin in the Woods” (2012): “The Descent” combines an expert understanding of how to create tone and amazing lighting with masterfully created sets to create a sense of claustrophobia that permeates the film and makes it a truly terrifying watch. “Cabin in the Woods” is similar to “Scream” in that it satirizes established horror tropes, but “Cabin in the Woods” is less of a deconstruction and more of an abject love letter to the genre. It has something for anyone, even someone who has only ever seen one horror movie. It also is incredibly funny, making this film an endearing and entertaining watch.
‘HALLOWEEN’- 40 years later studios finally succeed at a sequel DESTINY BALDWIN Staff Writer The new “Halloween” is perfect for fans of the slasher film genre illustrated by horror, action, and gore. It’s even more encouraging if you are a sucker for Michael Myers, or a fan of John Carpenter’s 1987 original, as this is the direct sequel. In this existing timeline, Jamie Lee Curtis returns to the screen as Laurie Strode, who 40 years earlier survived an attack by masked serial killer, Michael Myers played by Nick Castle- the original shape, on Halloween night. While Myers has been incarcerated, and silent, in an institution since then, he is set to be transferred, by bus to a different facility the night before Halloween. Conversely, Strode,
now living as a terrified prisoner of the idea he will return home one day, has obsessively spent the past four decades training herself, and her daughter (Judy Greer), to kill Myers, even turning her home into a bunker full of traps. Not only has her trauma caused these obsessions and estranged her from her daughter (who is trying to move past her childhood), it has also affected her relationship with her granddaughter (Andi Matichak), who is by far the most normal character. Regardless of the damage done, everything will pay off as the night Strode has been “praying” for, finally arrives. Myers escapes his bus transfer, heads back to Haddonfield with a mission and a final showdown begins as three generations take on revenge.
While all three women bring their best performances to the screen, Curtis is by far the most fantastic, empowering, and edgy. She takes Laurie to an entire new level, and is willing to risk everything: relationships, sanity, and reputation to keep herself, and her family alive. A motto for her character throughout the film is ‘either kill or be killed’ and she does an amazing job portraying which side of the battle she chooses. Her character is inspiring and a modern day hero. Peter Hatlaub, San Francisco Chronicle, said it best: “Not all heroes wear capes. Some are 59-year-old women in men’s flannel hunting shirts who are ready to stare evil down and load another round.” This film also portrays other solid performances, which we
see as the film begins before the original score. One being “obsessive” driven Dr. Sartain (Haluk Bilginer), Myers’s new psychiatrist and protegé to the late great Dr. Loomis from the original “Halloween” and two investigative journalists who bring Myers his original 1987 mask to try and spark a reaction for their serial style podcast. While some viewers feel these two are the reason behind Myers’s return to Haddonfield, others feel it is the doing of Dr. Sartain. Either way, these three are the only ones who try to instigate any kind of reaction from Myers throughout the entire film, which ends badly for all of them. Thus concluding to the film’s theme-don’t mess around with evil and definitely don’t try to get inside its head.
If you can forgive, better yet forget, the ridiculous “sequels” and remakes studios have tried to bring in the past and the timeline these movies follow, then you can enjoy this. While the echoes of the original are loud (as well as each additional “Halloween” movie), David Gordon Green’s rendition brings an identity of its own filled with twists and turns that’ll slice your brain, warmth to the characters to feel their pain, and a memorable battle that’ll make you go insane. It even brings a few humorous moments lightening up the mood so you can catch your breath, if only for a second, just to have you pulling your legs up to your chest the very next. It only took movie studios 40 years to get a sequel right, but they finally did it.
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OPINION
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There’s nothing to fear … except our minds
Vol. 82 • No. 5 Friday, October 26, 2018 Executive Editor Adriana Cisneros Emerson Sports Editor Alec Reyes Photo Editor Catie Denfeld Page Editors Cassidy Daniel, Nelda MilliganTurner, Jamie Hwang, Catie Denfeld Ad Manager Destiny Baldwin Staff Writers Destiny Baldwin, Maria Ango Bilogo, Nash Hankins, Carrie Harris, Nadia Hill, Jacob Lucas, Davonn Mitchell, Travis Noriega, Shelby Sellars, Timothy Sirus, Mary Williams-Smith Photographers Dominique Burnett, Cat Challis, Grace Garcia, Travis Noriega, Carrie Harris, Sara Harris, Liza Latham, Jamie Hwang, Malayna Stewart, Kristen Troxell, Mary Williams-Smith Adviser Rachel Stallard
LETTERS
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Why we scare ourselves, the fate of adrenaline junkies
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itting in front of a screen with our legs pulled to our chest waiting for the killer to jump out and slaughter. Walking through a haunted house, stalling before every corner, asking for all our sins to be forgiven. At the top of a roller coaster holding onto the railing with all our strength, swearing we will never do something like this again. What do these things have in common besides a racing heart and rising body temperature? Is it love- the universal emotion that drives us to do most things? No, it is fear; the only other reason that pushes us to do anything at all. At birth we are born with two intrinsic fears: the fear of loud noises and the fear of
falling. Everything else is learned over time due to ideas we have created, things we have seen, or experiences we may or may not have overcome. Fear eventually becomes an instinct that helps protect us and make us stronger internally as we overcome obstacles. Tying into our “fight or flight” responses, it tells us when to fight off the danger or simply run from it. According to kidshealth.org “When we sense danger, the brain reacts instantly, sending signals that activate our nervous system.” Another thing we mistake for fear is anxiety. According to Joseph Ledoux on NYtimes.com, there is a thin line between anxiety and fear that can become fuzzy. He states that scientists define fear as a
negative emotional state triggered by the presence of a stimulus with the ability to cause harm and anxiety as a similar emotional state, but the threat is anticipated rather than present. While fear is fun and gives us a weird high our bodies thrive for, it always tends to feel better knowing we are in a safe environment, like sitting in a theater surrounded by other people, walking through an intentionally staged haunted house, or being properly strapped into a coaster. Security is what makes our moment of adrenaline enjoyable; so why not enjoy it this Halloween? Grab that skeptical friend and go see a horror film, visit a fun house, or hit up a local haunted house or Six Flags for Fright Fest.
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